Judge Kenneth King Reassigned to Traffic Court

Judge Kenneth King of Detroit's 36th District Court has returned to the bench after a five-week suspension for handcuffing a sleeping 15-year-old girl during a courtroom field trip. He has been reassigned from handling serious felony cases to presiding over traffic violations, following mandated social-emotional training. The incident, which was live-streamed, sparked public outrage and led to a lawsuit from the girl's mother, Latoreya Till, seeking over $75,000 for emotional distress. Chief Judge William McConico expressed appreciation for King’s efforts in transitioning to his new role. Community members have voiced concerns about King's ability to handle cases appropriately after his previous actions. King has not publicly commented on the situation, although his attorney has defended him as a good judge.